KISTLER Magnesium Fishing Rod – 20th Anniversary
The KISTLER Magnesium Fishing Rod celebrates 20 years as a Kistler favorite. It's credited as one of the first-ever rods to use a split-grip handle design, built for precision, power, and pro-level sensitivity, primarily for bass fishing though the lineup applies across other species as well.
The blank is KISTLER's KC7X 100% Korean carbon, intermediate modulus, guided by Webo tangle-free stainless steel guides with ceramic rings. Casting models use a Webo Ergo double blank exposed trigger reel seat, while spinning models use a Webo Ergo reel seat with a fore grip. The handle is cork in the original split-grip design, finished with a cushioned rubber/cork butt cap. Every model carries a fast action except the Composite Medium casting model, which combines the KC7X carbon blank with fiberglass and carries a moderate action instead. The rods are made in China.
The Magnesium lineup spans 8 casting and spinning combinations, all at 7'2". Casting runs from Lite-Medium-Heavy through Heavy, plus the fiberglass-composite Medium model, while spinning runs Medium-Lite through Lite-Medium-Heavy, all rated for braid (see the comparison chart below for exact line and lure ratings per model).
KISTLER Magnesium Rod Specs
- Blank Material:
- KISTLER KC7X 100% Korean Carbon, Intermediate Modulus (Composite Medium model combines this blank with fiberglass)
- Guides:
- Webo tangle-free stainless steel with ceramic rings
- Reel Seat (Casting models):
- Webo Ergo, double blank exposed trigger
- Reel Seat (Spinning models):
- Webo Ergo, with fore grip
- Handle:
- Cork, original split-grip design with cushioned rubber/cork butt cap
- Length:
- 7'2" (all models)
- Action:
- Fast (Composite Medium model: Moderate)
- Country of Origin:
- China
Magnesium Model Comparison
| Type |
Power |
Line Weight |
Lure Weight |
Handle Length |
| Casting |
Lite-Medium-Heavy |
12-15 lb |
1/4 - 5/8 oz |
10" |
| Casting |
Medium-Heavy |
15-17 lb |
3/8 - 3/4 oz |
10.5" |
| Casting |
Heavy-Medium-Heavy |
17-20 lb |
1/2 - 1 oz |
10.5" |
| Casting |
Heavy |
20-65 lb |
3/4 - 1 1/2 oz |
10.5" |
| Casting |
Composite Medium |
8-12 lb |
1/8 - 1/2 oz |
10.5" |
| Spinning |
Medium-Lite |
8-15 lb braid |
1/16 - 1/4 oz |
9.5" |
| Spinning |
Medium |
15-20 lb braid |
1/8 - 3/8 oz |
9.5" |
| Spinning |
Lite-Medium-Heavy |
20-30 lb braid |
1/4 - 1/2 oz |
9.5" |
The Composite Medium casting model uses a KC7X carbon/fiberglass composite blank with a moderate action; every other model in the lineup uses the standard KC7X carbon blank with a fast action.
Magnesium Fishing Rod Highlights
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The Original Split-Grip Handle: One of the first-ever rods built with a split-grip design, marking 20 years as a Kistler favorite.
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KC7X Korean Carbon Blank: Intermediate-modulus construction with a fast action across most of the lineup.
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Cushioned Rubber/Cork Butt Cap: Added comfort and durability on every model.
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8 Casting and Spinning Combinations: Spanning Lite-Medium-Heavy to Heavy power, plus a fiberglass-composite Medium model, all at 7'2".
Magnesium Rod FAQs
What is the KISTLER Magnesium Fishing Rod, and why is it a 20th Anniversary model?
The KISTLER Magnesium marks 20 years as one of Kistler's most popular rods, credited as one of the first-ever rods built with a split-grip handle design. The blank is KISTLER's KC7X 100% Korean carbon, intermediate modulus, with a fast action across most of the lineup.
It's built primarily for bass fishing, though the lineup's range of power tiers applies across other species as well.
How do I choose the right KISTLER Magnesium model?
The Magnesium lineup spans 8 casting and spinning combinations, all at 7'2". Casting runs Lite-Medium-Heavy through Heavy, plus a Composite Medium model that combines the KC7X carbon blank with fiberglass for a moderate action. Spinning runs Medium-Lite through Lite-Medium-Heavy, all rated for braid.
The exact line and lure weight ratings for every model are in the comparison chart above.
What line and lures does the KISTLER Magnesium lineup handle?
Casting models run 8-65 lb line depending on power, from 8-12 lb on the Composite Medium model up to 20-65 lb on the Heavy model. Spinning models are all braid-rated, from 8-15 lb braid on the Medium-Lite up to 20-30 lb braid on the Lite-Medium-Heavy. Lure weights range from 1/16 oz up to 1 1/2 oz across the lineup.
What's the handle and reel seat construction on the KISTLER Magnesium?
The handle is cork in the original split-grip design, finished with a cushioned rubber/cork butt cap. Casting models use a Webo Ergo double blank exposed trigger reel seat, while spinning models use a Webo Ergo reel seat with a fore grip.
Guides are Webo's tangle-free stainless steel design with ceramic rings, and the rods are made in China.
What warranty covers the KISTLER Magnesium?
KISTLER backs the Magnesium with its "Bend-Strong" Limited Lifetime Warranty and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.
KISTLER's product page does not publish the full written terms, coverage exclusions, or claims process for this warranty, so we can't state those specifics here. Contact us and we'll get you the exact terms before you buy if that's a deciding factor.
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